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Woman, Woman

Name: Woman, Woman
Director: Jean Garrett
Released: 1979
Duration: 100 min

Representation Score

4.9/10

Fair

1979

Director

Jean Garrett

Runtime

100 minutes

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Jean Garrett’s film stands out as a notable example of late 1970s cinema, emphasizing female subjectivity and the female perspective. It excels in challenging traditional gender hierarchies and highlighting the protagonist's psychological and erotic autonomy. However, the film's impact is somewhat constrained by its predominantly white, homogeneous cast, limiting its exploration of broader identity issues. Despite this limitation, the film's innovative approach to women's ability to drive the story and unconventional romantic connections makes it a significant work for its time.

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Category Breakdown

Does Woman, Woman have LGBTQ+ representation?

Fair

The film challenges traditional expectations by focusing on the protagonist's romantic relationship with Marta. This portrayal of female-to-female intimacy highlights the protagonist's ability to make her own choices about love and relationships.

How does Woman, Woman portray gender?

Good

The movie overturns conventional gender roles by emphasizing the protagonist's sexual autonomy rather than her interactions with men. It focuses on her personal journey and desires, which deviates from typical narratives about widowed women.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Woman, Woman?

Limited

The film features a primarily white cast within a localized, homogeneous social setting. It does not utilize diverse casting to challenge historical norms.

How does Woman, Woman represent religion and culture?

Good

The film explores themes of personal morality and the breaking down of societal roles. It delves into unconventional desires and individual freedom, moving away from a single, rigid moral viewpoint.

Does Woman, Woman include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no indication of physical or cognitive disabilities being represented among the characters.

Present on Screen

Challenges traditional gender roles and patriarchal structures.
Highlights the protagonist's ability to make independent choices about love and relationships.
Uses the female perspective to explore psychological depth and autonomy.

Limited or Absent

Could benefit from a more diverse cast to broaden the exploration of identity.
Expanding the range of social and cultural backgrounds would enhance the narrative.

Official Synopsis

Recently turned into a widow, Alice goes to the country to think about her life. There, she's courted by Luis Carlos but falls in love with Marta. However, Jumbo, a horse, also arouses strange and erotic feelings in her mind.

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